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Feature Story RESS Program Manager Robert Alexander-Jordan Community Development

One step forward, two back: Housing, employment challenges create barriers to self-sufficiencyResilient Neighborhoods Feature

Layla McMurtrieFriday, January 31, 2025
In Detroit’s Islandview neighborhood, a transformative program is helping residents take charge of their futures by tackling financial instability and housing insecurity head-on.
Feature Story Jeffrey Jones, Executive Director of HOPE Village Revitalization, hopes to acquire and renovate this empty apartment building with energy-efficient improvements Community Development

The ‘tough slog’ of turning long-vacant apartment buildings into affordable, green housingResilient Neighborhoods Feature

Melinda ClynesFriday, January 31, 2025
Patience and perseverance are crucial when purchasing long-neglected Detroit real estate. Jeff Jones at HOPE Village Revitalization has both – and a dream to renovate two apartment buildings to be highly energy efficient, contributing to long-term affordability for tenants.
Feature Story Nate Rauh-Bieri is Head of Projects for JustAir

Collaboration gets Dearborn air quality data to people who need itNonprofit Journal Project Feature

Allison Torres BurtkaFriday, January 31, 2025
The City of Dearborn’s air quality monitoring program makes hyper-local air quality data easily accessible to residents. Since its launch last year, people have used it to make decisions about spending time outdoors, and the city has used data to assess options to improve air quality.
Longform Ronita and Gregory Coleman are redeveloping the Casa Del Rey Apartments building in Pontiac. The project has been supported by Oakland County's new land bank and housing trust fund.

Land bank, trust fund, and more among Oakland County's innovative solutions to housing crisis

Patrick DunnMonday, January 27, 2025
Oakland County has adopted innovative new approaches to solve its housing affordability crisis since County Executive Dave Coulter took office in 2019.
Longform President Donald Trump

Trump said America could look like Detroit. Here's what Detroit could look like under Trump

Aaron FoleyThursday, January 23, 2025
Feature Story Real Estate

Michigan women in real estate: What to expect in 2025

Leslie CieplechowiczThursday, January 23, 2025
Housing prices in Michigan are expected to increase by 3 to 5% this year. Want to know more? Talk to the women in the industry. 
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Inclusive dentistry: Transforming access for patients with disabilities

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 20, 2025
Three Centers for Inclusive Dentistry in Michigan, Indiana and Ohio use specialized training, sensory-friendly tools, and tailored approaches to provide accessible dental care for all patients.
Feature Story Holiday

Winter rom-com finds love in Metro Detroit, Grand Rapids, Saugatuck film locations

Thursday, January 16, 2025
“A Holiday I Do” is a star-studded holiday movie showcasing familiar destinations and small businesses in Grand Rapids, Saugatuck, and Metro Detroit. The movie focuses on a single mom trying to save the family farm, and puts a unique LGBTQ+ spin on the traditional Hallmark-style holiday love story. 
Feature Story Jasmine "IVANNA" Espy

Why one advocate is surveying Black Detroiters on treating a debilitating skin condition

Aaron FoleyThursday, January 16, 2025
A new community mapping project in Detroit looks to track diagnoses of a chronic skin condition among Black Detroiters — and also whether there are disparities in treatment for them.  
Longform Tiffany Gist experienced homelessness and now serves the unhoused as a case manager at a nonprofit. She says numerous solutions are needed to solve homelessness in Detroit. Community Development

What would it take to end homelessness in Detroit?

Patrick DunnTuesday, January 14, 2025
Here are a few of the innovative solutions being implemented or proposed to better address the big problem of homelessness in the city.
Feature Story The Urban Collaboratory’s work includes a focus on community water systems and health impacts related to contaminants like microplastics and PFAS.

Public health focus on the built environment improves health for Michiganders

Rylee BarnsdaleTuesday, January 14, 2025
Public health and infrastructure go hand in hand, as organizations across Michigan work to address the built environment's critical role in shaping health outcomes.
Feature Story Nailah Henry

Washtenaw County leads the way with ADAPTS mental health model

Brianna NargisoTuesday, January 14, 2025
ADAPTS project utilizes system dynamics modeling to reshape how communities address mental health needs by offering a comprehensive framework for resource planning and crisis intervention.
Feature Story Janelle Smith (seated) and Kate Litwin

Cross-sector partnerships key to prosperity in downtown HowellNonprofit Journal Project Feature

Julie J. RiddleFriday, January 10, 2025
A bustling downtown Howell – including a fanciful outdoor play space – has been built from strong partnerships.  
Feature Story Jay Rayford, who is looking to open SushiRitas on Woodward and received a BUILD Alumni 3C Loan late last year, a loan that is exclusive to BUILD Alumni.

New year, next level: BUILD enters 2025 with new funding and networking opportunities for alumni

Monique BedfordThursday, January 9, 2025
“BUILD Institute is like a real family to me and my journey. They’ve been there with me along my journey and have given support I can tap into anytime. I tell folks all the time if they're looking to do anything or something like that, please type in BUILD Institute.” 
Feature Story Detroit numbering Community Development

Mapping Detroit: Why are Detroit streets numbered the way they are?

Alex B. HillThursday, January 9, 2025
Feature Story The John Portman-designed Renaissance Center was built two generations after Detroit’s architectural heyday and a generation after its mid-century modern mini-boom.

HISTORY LESSON: A sympathetic look at the Renaissance Center's architect, John Portman

Jacob JonesThursday, January 9, 2025
Partner Content Autism can be a very isolating. AAoM shares and hosts events that are relevant to the autism community.

Welcome Kit helps Michiganders navigate autism resources and support

Estelle SlootmakerWednesday, January 8, 2025
AAoM Welcome Kits provide a broad yet concise overview of AAoM’s roster of services. Available in two versions — one for families raising autistic children and autistic adults and another for professionals serving the autistic clients — Welcome Kits extend a warm handshake that welcomes them to AAoM’s services.
Longform Nailah Henry & Nancy Baum

Michigan building a better crisis continuum for mental health care

Brianna NargisoTuesday, January 7, 2025
As mental health needs rise across Michigan, state officials, health care providers, and community organizations are focusing on expanding the continuum of care for people in crisis.
Feature Story Color of Autism Foundation provides training for families of autistic children

Ending the stigma of autism in communities of colorNonprofit Journal Project

Layla McMurtrieMonday, January 6, 2025
“I would go to support groups, but no one looked like me,” says Camille Proctor. She eventually founded the Color of Autism Foundation to end the stigma of autism among communities of color and create a better understanding of autism and autism services for families.  
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